Memorial service for Avery Russell, 91, will be 2 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2016, at Montevallo National Cemetery. Mr. Russell passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2016. Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Funeral Home is in charge of cremation. Mr. Russell was a native of Cordova and long time resident of Torrance, Calif. and ultimately Alexandria. He loved to travel in his camper, fishing, hunting, watching Alabama football, the Atlanta Braves baseball, and adored his immediate and extended ever growing family. Mr. Russell was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jane Russell; parents, John and Rosaland Russell; brothers, J.E. Russell and Aubrey Russell; sisters, Johnny Helen, Edna Lee, Bobbie Rae and Terra Russell; sons, John and Tommy Russell. He is survived by his sons, Paul and Mark Russell; grandsons, Jason, Nathan, Dustin and Anthony Russell; granddaughters, Amber and Megan Russell; great- grandchildren, Reagan, Cohen, Charlie, Olivia, Logan and Dylan Russell. Special thanks to Alacare Hospice, Alena and Renee. Condolences may be made at www.ghbfuneralhome.com.